Sorta new......

  • Well, actually just changed my name and going through the process again. I was Go Big, but anytime I stray from simplicity, I do stupid stuff like forget my password etc.... Thought I'd just go back to basics and stick with what I know.


    Re-intro: Been diving my whole life although just got back into it seriously about 6 years ago after having my ears sliced off and my skull drilled due to "surfers ear." Prior to that, had to stop diving for 10 years because my ear canals were 98% closed and couldn't equalize. Since I've gotten back into it, I've been lucky enough to get lots of help from some great divers and have had some unbelieveable experiences.


    I live in San Pedro in Southern California and dive alot right in front of my house. I also do some trips to the islands and Baja whenever my schedule permits. Been off the board for a while as I've been on vacation bouncing around alot.


    Anyways, it's nice to see more guys on the California board, I know most of you clowns, and I feel lucky to be a part of the tribe.


    Love the board here, and appreciate all the tips as I've got alot to learn. Eventually I hope to contribute some and if I can ever figure out how to post pics, I'll drop some recent fish porn on you all.

  • Welcome back John,yeah my ear canals are closing up also,Doctor said it was from cold water diving.Now I wear Docs vented plugs just to keep them warmer.


  • Sorry to hear about the ear issues Matt. I dealt with them for YEARS, trust me I know. Once they cored me out though............bliss! I've only had one infection in 6 years and that was from doing a salvage job with my buddy Ron deep in the LA harbor.


    The best thing about it is that I can hear again. Got so bad the last two years, I was 80% deaf, then with any type of inflamation I'd go completely deaf. You take that stuff for granted until you actually lose it.


    Hope you're well Matt. Heard you guys had a good trip when John came out. Thanks for takin the kid out, he was starting to get a little sour on the phone:D

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